Dubai set to build its longest beach ever in mammoth project

Plans to create Dubai’s largest public beach ever – stretching 6.6 kilometers (4.1 miles)  – have been approved. 

Jebel Ali Beach will have facilities for swimming and diving, as well as play areas for kids and public walkways with viewing platforms. 

The first-of-its-kind project will include a sandy area spread across 5km and a 1.6km mangrove. 

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The beach will be split into three areas

It will be split into three areas: 

The Pearl: The main hub for recreational and fun activities, featuring a family area and play areas, as well as a beach club, cafes, and restaurants.

The Sanctuary: The focus here will be on environmental conservation, providing a haven for local wildlife. 

The Nest: This area will offer a mix of recreational and educational activities and will serve as an environmental center. 

“The plan includes a 2 km open swimmable beach, a 2.5 km diving sports area, a walkway with viewing platforms to blend with the surrounding environment, and recreational and service areas for beachgoers of all ages, including kids play zones, sports, and marine activity areas”, said Mattar Al Tayer, Commissioner General for Infrastructure, Urban Planning and Well-Being Pillar in a statement to Emirates News Agency.

“It will be connected with integrated infrastructure, including a two-lane road in each direction, parking for 1,000 vehicles, 80 bicycle racks, a cycling track, and a 5 km running track.”

The mangrove area will appeal to nature lovers and will give visitors a chance to see turtles and other marine wildlife in their natural habitat.

There will be a focus on conservation, with planes to rescue, rehabilitate, and return the turtles to the sea. 

Dubai is currently working to increase the size of its beaches

The development is part of larger plans to increase the length of Dubai’s beaches by a whopping 400% 

“Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, we are committed to developing the infrastructure and services needed to offer diverse urban experiences for citizens, residents, and visitors”, Hamdan bin Mohammed commented. 

“Our focus is on creating spaces rich in beaches, open areas, and recreational greens.

“The ultimate goal is to enhance the well-being of the city’s people, create a healthy environment for all, and make Dubai the world’s best place to live in.” 

Earlier this year plans to build the world’s largest, with 72 kilometers of coastline and high-tech bio domes, were shared. 

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